2007 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |